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Park Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane Apartments

520 Walker DrMountain View, CA 94043
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488 James Rd
Studio Apartments

488 James Rd

488 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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King Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

King Apartments

2000 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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179 Dalma Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

179 Dalma Dr

179 Dalma DrMountain View, CA 94041
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Fernmar
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fernmar

210 Easy StMountain View, CA 94043
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Calderon Apartments
Studio Apartments

Calderon Apartments

850 Calderon AveMountain View, CA 94041
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The Capri Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Capri Apartments

2030 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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465 Calderon Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

465 Calderon Ave

465 Calderon AveMountain View, CA 94041
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Monte Sierra Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Monte Sierra Apartments

1901 Montecito AveMountain View, CA 94043
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Mayfield Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mayfield Apartments

2483-2491 Whitney DrMountain View, CA 94043
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The Chalet at Curtner
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Chalet at Curtner

380 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Los Altos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Los Altos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Los Altos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villages at Cupertino in the Monta Vista neighborhood priced from $1,704. The Villa Monte Apartments in the North Los Altos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Los Altos apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villages at CupertinoStelling1BR,1BA$1,704
The Villa Monte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Calderon Apartments192Studio,1BA$1,960
Park Square ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,195
Los Altos CourtStudioStudio,1BA$2,195
The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,245
Caltega1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,295
Ednamary Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,295
Four Palms1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
Latham Court Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Los Altos, CA

As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Los Altos area is the $2.72 price per square foot 23570 Camino Hermoso Dr Model at 23570 Camino Hermoso Dr, Unit MCM Main House in the in the The Highlands neighborhood starting from $8,700. The second greatest value Los Altos apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments starting at $3,595 with a $3.27 price per square foot in the Town & Country Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Los Altos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
23570 Camino Hermoso Dr, Unit MCM Main House23570 Camino Hermoso Dr4BR,2.5BA$2.72
Merrilee Terrace Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$3.27
1007 Boranda Ave, Unit D1007 Boranda Ave2BR,2BA$3.33
The Camille Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$3.31
Casa Alberta ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$3.33
Woodview ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$3.21
Verona GardensC.B.2BR,1BA$2.79
Bradley ApartmentsUpstairs 1 Bedroom: Brand new wood floors1BR,1BA$2.94
691 Ontario Ct2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.31
Four Palms1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.09

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Getting Around Los Altos, CA

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

30 / 100

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A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Los Altos Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Los Altos?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Los Altos is at The Villa Monte Apartments listed at $1,895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Altos Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Altos Apartment is $1,704 at Villages at Cupertino.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Los Altos Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Los Altos is starting from $2,209 at Villages at Cupertino.

What is the most affordable Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cherryhill and starts from $3,350.

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